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This study evaluates the mechanical, thermal, and surface properties of potato starch-based biodegradable films incorporated with grape seed oil across a five-month storage period. The addition of grape seed oil initially improved film performance, including tensile strength, thermal stability, and hydrophobicity. However, storage time was identified as the primary factor influencing the long-term structural and mechanical evolution of the films.
This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the genetic diversity, evolutionary dynamics, and strain demarcation of Potato Virus X (PVX), a major pathogen of Solanum tuberosum. By identifying eleven distinct PVX strains and mapping their global dispersal, the research offers critical insights for developing sustainable resistance and improved disease management strategies in potato cultivation.
This study utilizes the CRISPR-Combo system to activate morphogenic genes, identifying specific genes like WOX11/12 and ARF5 that significantly enhance the regeneration of genome-edited potato tissues. The research provides a more efficient strategy for Agrobacterium-mediated transformation and genome editing in potato by overcoming regeneration bottlenecks.
This study evaluates the concentrations of potentially toxic elements (PTEs) and physicochemical parameters in potato-based chips available in Iraq. It assesses dietary exposure and health risks, highlighting that levels of iron and manganese frequently exceed safety limits, posing potential health concerns for consumers.
This paper examines the global impact of plant-parasitic nematodes, with a specific focus on the proliferation and management of potato cyst nematodes (PCN) in sub-Saharan Africa and Chile. It highlights the importance of diagnostics, clean seed systems, and regulatory frameworks in protecting potato crops from these significant soil-borne pests.
This historical study details Constantin Kirchhoff's 1811 discovery of catalysis through the conversion of potato starch into glucose using sulfuric acid. It highlights the first recorded instance of a homogeneous catalytic reaction in organic chemistry using potato-derived materials.
This study develops dsRNA-lipopeptide complexes (LPCs) designed to protect dsRNA from degradation for sprayable RNAi-based pest control. The researchers successfully demonstrated the efficacy of these complexes by inducing mortality in Colorado potato beetle larvae, a major pest of potato crops.
This study develops a portable biosensing system using asymmetric PCR and Cas12a for the rapid detection of Pectobacterium species, which are significant bacterial pathogens causing soft rot and blackleg in potatoes. The method was successfully validated using potato samples to detect P. polaris with high sensitivity, offering a potential tool for on-site potato disease diagnostics.
This study evaluates the effectiveness of different insect-proof net mesh sizes in suppressing thrip populations in greenhouse-grown potatoes and eggplants. The research highlights that while 60-mesh nets offered the most consistent reduction in thrip abundance, the overall efficacy of the nets is context-dependent, varying by crop species and season.
This study investigates how the fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) develops tolerance to α-solanine, a major defensive glycoalkaloid found in potatoes. The research demonstrates that long-term exposure leads to physiological remodeling and altered detoxification enzyme activity, providing insights into how pests adapt to potato chemical defenses and foliage.